I ran across this idea in a book by some financial guru years ago. The book was packed with an odd mix of obvious and kooky ideas, of which this was one of the latter. For some r
Everyone who cares about frugality understands that it often involves becoming more self-reliant. The following is a list of kitchen staples that I quit buying, and how I’ve made i
The message of this book is simple: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." Michael Pollan gives it away right at the start, so I don't feel too bad doing the sam
From patent wars to fierce competition among carriers, it can seem like the cell phone industry is in constant turmoil — and consumers are paying the price.
How is a job search like a romantic adventure or misadventure? Let me count the ways: nine. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell if a company is truly interested or just isn’t into
Whether you're getting something for free from a company or giving your significant other a gift, discover how our minds assign less value to more stuff.
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The World's 5 Most Posh Hostels
Gone are days when Hostel meant "dank crash-pad for young travelers." Behold the Poshtel.
9 Financial Mistakes You're Making at the Doctor's Office
If you keep making these money mistakes at the doctor's office, your wallet will really start feeling the pain.
A second emergency fund you never spend?
I ran across this idea in a book by some financial guru years ago. The book was packed with an odd mix of obvious and kooky ideas, of which this was one of the latter. For some r
5 Foods I Grew Tired of Buying, and How I Quit
Everyone who cares about frugality understands that it often involves becoming more self-reliant. The following is a list of kitchen staples that I quit buying, and how I’ve made i
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save on Shoes
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to save on shoes, things not to buy during the holidays, and ways to give gifts that matter.
How a Family of 4 Can Visit Hawaii for $1,000 or Less
Hawaii may be beautiful, but it's far from the mainland and expensive to visit. These tips can help you plan a Hawaiian vacation for $1,000 or less.
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Book review: In Defense of Food
The message of this book is simple: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." Michael Pollan gives it away right at the start, so I don't feel too bad doing the sam
6 Reasons You're Not as Happy as You'd Like to Be
Stuck in a rut? Here are six reasons you may be feeling blue and ways to pick yourself up, from jolting your routine to clearing away clutter.
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Why Is the Cell Phone Industry So Screwed Up?
From patent wars to fierce competition among carriers, it can seem like the cell phone industry is in constant turmoil — and consumers are paying the price.
Stock These 20 Frugal Foods for Tough Financial Times
Whether you're trimming your grocery budget or your grocery budget is trimming you, these cheap eats will see you through lean times.
Job-Search Romance
How is a job search like a romantic adventure or misadventure? Let me count the ways: nine. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell if a company is truly interested or just isn’t into
What You Need to Know About the FDIC
How safe is your money? Well, if you keep it in a bank, it's kept very safe by the U.S. Government...up to a point.
The Presenter’s Paradox: Why Less Really Is More
Whether you're getting something for free from a company or giving your significant other a gift, discover how our minds assign less value to more stuff.
Flashback Friday: 39 Inspiring Stories and Tips to Help You Beat Debt
Let's look back at the 39 best stories and debt management tips we've ever shared.
DVDs Freer than Free--No, Really, Really Free
I noticed Paul's interesting article (NEVER Pay for a Redbox DVD Rental Again ) about using Redbox codes to rent movies f
Ask the Readers: Have You Finished Your Back-to-School Shopping?
Tell us if you've finished your back to school shopping and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Win $50 in our Deals OOPS Giveaway
OOPS. In our Deals Holiday Giveaway post yesterday, we forgot one very important thing in our Deals Survey: an email field.